{"product_id":"lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-herbal-tincture","title":"Lemon Balm (Melissa Officinalis) | Herbal Tincture","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 1 oz (w\/dropper included) - approx. 10 days supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon Balm (\u003cspan lang=\"en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ILfuVd UiGGAb\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"hgKElc\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"tooltip\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"c5aZPb\" role=\"button\" data-enable-toggle-animation=\"true\" data-extra-container-classes=\"ZLo7Eb\" data-hover-hide-delay=\"1000\" data-hover-open-delay=\"500\" data-send-open-event=\"true\" data-theme=\"0\" data-width=\"250\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj_8ZOt967_AhXBFlkFHVT6BZwQmpgGegQIMRAD\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JPfdse\" data-bubble-link=\"\" data-segment-text=\"Melissa\"\u003eMelissa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), a member of the mint family, is a wonderful herb that has \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egentle, calming effects on the nervous system.\u003c\/strong\u003e It contains an enzyme that effectively increases production of the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma amino-butyric acid) which is used by the brain to help modulate the body's physical reactions to stress, anxiety, and over-excitement. In this way, it helps to \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epromote falling asleep more easily\u003c\/strong\u003e. This herb combines particularly well with Valerian root (which has a more straight-forward, sedative effect) to more fully address restless sleep patterns\/insomnia. Lemon balm is also an excellent choice to\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e relax the mind and calm anxiety\u003c\/strong\u003e in situations where you do not want to become drowsy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTraditionally taken as a tea immediately after meals, Lemon Balm also \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehelps promote healthy and vigorous digestion\u003c\/strong\u003e... it does this in two ways. First, the volatile oils in Lemon Balm contain chemicals known as “terpenes” that relax muscles and relieve symptoms such as excess gas; and secondly, Lemon Balm stimulates the production of bile, which helps with digestion (especially greasy meats and oils).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is it good for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecalming the nervous system (anxiety, palpitations, etc...)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erelaxing the mind\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efalling asleep more easily\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epromotes healthy and vigorous digestion \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat else you might like to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is important to understand that herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that you usually have to take an herb or a formula for a longer period of time than you would with pharmaceuticals in order to get results-- usually at least a month, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLemon Balm (\u003cspan lang=\"en\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ILfuVd UiGGAb\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"hgKElc\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"tooltip\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"c5aZPb\" role=\"button\" data-enable-toggle-animation=\"true\" data-extra-container-classes=\"ZLo7Eb\" data-hover-hide-delay=\"1000\" data-hover-open-delay=\"500\" data-send-open-event=\"true\" data-theme=\"0\" data-width=\"250\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwj_8ZOt967_AhXBFlkFHVT6BZwQmpgGegQIMRAD\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"JPfdse\" data-bubble-link=\"\" data-segment-text=\"Melissa\"\u003eMelissa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShake Well before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaintenance Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1\/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAugmented Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Take 1 full tsp. 2 to 3 times daily in warm water or juice or as directed by a qualified herbalist familiar with the use of Chinese herbs and formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo evaporate alcohol place in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"root + spring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47055539110200,"sku":"74268-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/3942\/9688\/files\/MelissaOfficinalisTincture1ozBottle_c06fec3d-286f-4c86-b5dc-5c05970cb05e.jpg?v=1781033747","url":"https:\/\/shoprootandspringoods.com\/products\/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis-herbal-tincture","provider":"root + spring","version":"1.0","type":"link"}